...I got my Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and have a Bachelor's in Chemistry from Carnegie Mellon University. I have over 15 years of tutoring and teaching experience at high school and college level. I taught high school geometry, algebra 1, and algebra 2 in California before coming to NC to do my Ph.D. in chemistry. (read more)
...Also, I discuss test taking strategies to assist the student in improving test grades. Throughout the sessions, I have students solve problems to see where they are making mistakes. Students have a different approach to solving problems, so I work with what method works best for each students' learning style. (read more)
...And, yes, I have my own telescope! I have tutored in the Elkins Park area for over ten years, primarily in middle school and high school mathematics. In addition to the subject areas I teach, I like to concentrate with all my students on finding the right set of skills and study habits to meet their goals. (read more)